North Carolina auto insurance laws have changed, increasing minimum liability limits and adjusting surcharges for new drivers and points for moving violations.

A sinkhole on East Juniper Avenue in Wake Forest has caused road closures between Meadowgrass Lane and Wildflower Ridge Road, with detours in place and repair work scheduled to begin July 1st.

Raleigh faces dense fog causing poor visibility; NWS has issued a Special Weather Statement. The fog is expected to clear with sunny and potentially hot days ahead, but thunderstorms may develop by midweek.

Governor Stein of North Carolina signed 15 new bills targeting employment, education, and childcare, including of note, Senate Bill 124 for non-degree job opportunities, and House Bill 959 for cell phone-free classrooms.

Raleigh Solid Waste Services will not collect garbage on July 4; collections will occur on July 5 instead, and the Yard Waste Center will also be closed on the holiday. Residents are encouraged to use the Raleigh Reuse App for reminders.

Wake Forest introduces the History Exchange, an interactive platform inviting community contributions to preserve and share the town's diverse history.

The Cardinal Track Club will host its "Four on the Fourth" road race in Carrboro on July 4th, supporting local runners and charities. Traffic delays are expected.

Wake Forest's 2025 Road Resurfacing Project is progressing with concrete work and milling and paving across more than 60 streets to improve roads and infrastructure.

Raleigh Foodie Fare is a free event featuring over 20 food trucks, 40+ local artists, live music, and drinks, occurring on several dates in Moore Square.

North Carolina's Task Force on Child Care offers solutions for the state's child care issues, focusing on accessibility, affordability, and professional support.

The City of Durham invites applications for arts and culture event funding, totaling $400,000, seeking creative contributions to the city’s scene by August 11, 2025.

Raleigh's weather forecast includes showers and thunderstorms with an 80% chance of precipitation, high humidity, and a risk of flash flooding followed by sunny days and temperatures around 90°F.

A man was critically injured and a deputy hurt in a shootout in southern Wake County after deputies responded to a self-harm threat. The SBI is investigating.